Job Description

Are you an Healthcare Assistant wanting control and flexibility to work the shifts that fit around your lifestyle?



If you are looking for extra shifts to boost your income or the flexibility to work the days that suit you, join the staff bank at Royal National Orthopaedics Hospital, after completing induction.



As a Health Care Assistant on our Bank, there is no minimum number of hours you'll be required to work, though it is recommended to work as often as you can to keep your knowledge and familiarity with the service at a good level.



Weekday, nights and weekend shifts are regularly available, which are easy to view and book through an app. Within a few taps you'll have the nursing shifts secured that you want. There is the potential future option to work bank shifts regionally at other Elysium services across the area.



Whether your Healthcare experience is from the NHS or private sector, you can join the team as a Bank with an hourly rate that includes a 12.07% uplift to cover annual leave, plus have access to a range of benefits.



What you will be doing As a Bank Healthcare Assistant, you will provide high-quality evidence-based support to service users in our care, and work as part of the team, supporting colleagues and always putting the needs of service users first.



As a Healthcare Assistant, you'll get to experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like as you make a real difference to some of the most vulnerable people in society, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated as you're rewarded and enjoy a fulfilling nursing role. The service operates 24/7 with 12.5 hour standard shifts. As a Healthcare Assistant on our bank you'll be on a zero hour contract, giving you the freedom to choose the shifts you want to work.



Things that you will have



Strong team-working skills



A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach



A positive attitude and be naturally caring and compassionate



A good sense of humour



What you will get



Bank colleagues are paid weekly



We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leave



Hourly rate starts from 13.50 PH (plus12.07% holiday allowance uplift - 16.56)



App access to book shifts easily and quickly



Free onsite parking



Mandatory training



Wellbeing support and activities



Flexible working



The option to progress into a permanent role to unlock a wealth of further benefits and career development pathways to grow your career is also available.



RNOH is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults.



RNOH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of key documents such as Passports, Driving Licences etc. It is a condition of appointment that all prospective employees of RNOH have their original documents verified using this technology.



We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of quality applications have been received.



The RNOH operates a Smoke-Free Policy. Smoking is not permitted on any of the Trust's premises (including the grounds that those premises are sited on) or in any Trust owned vehicle. Applicants should be aware that it might not be possible to smoke throughout working hours.



RNOH is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK, and is regarded as a leader in the field of orthopaedics both in the UK and world-wide.



As a national centre of excellence, the RNOH treats patients from across the country, many of whom have been referred by other hospital consultants for second opinions or for treatment of complex or rare conditions.



Patients benefit from a team of highly specialised consultants, many of whom are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise and experience. Consultants are supported in their work by nurses, therapists and other specialist clinical staff who are trained and are experts in their particular fields of orthopaedic care.



The RNOH plays a major role in teaching, 20% of all UK orthopaedic surgeons receive training here. Our teaching and clinical effectiveness are enhanced by our work in research and development and our academic links with University College, London. Research departments at Stanmore include the Institute of Orthopaedics, the Centre for Disability Research and Innovation, the Institute of Human Performance and the Centre for Biomedical Engineering



The RNOH works closely with other hospitals and trusts, with whom we have joint appointments to ensure maximum availability of specialist skills for patients. Our patients benefit from access to Aspire Leisure Centre which is located on site and hosts first-class facilities for able-bodied and disabled people.



Clinical Responsibilities



To assist with patient care needs under the supervision of a trained nurse.



Carry out nursing duties as assigned by trained staff



To work with the nursing staff to deliver individualised nursing care.



To report to a trained nurse care given to patients.



Assist patients with their dietary needs as directed by a trained nurse.



Participate in the admission and discharge of patients in conjunction with the multi-professional team as directed by a trained nurse.



Escort patients to other areas of the hospital



Acquire a basic knowledge of conditions treated on the ward, and be aware of the hazards which may result from incorrect procedures.